6 Benefits Of Anal Sex

According to a 2012 study by Indiana University, more people are having anal sex. While the 1990s only saw roughly one-quarter to one-third of men and women having tried anal, by 2009 that percentage had jumped to 40 to 45 percent. But while that may the case, anal sex is still, as Salon reported in 2012 "Science’s Last Taboo.” We know that some people are having it, but it’s not very likely that people are willing to talk about it. Somewhere between the poop rumors and the embarrassment of liking butt stuff, people go mum.

But, as is the case with sex in general, anal shouldn’t be a source of shame. Ever. If you like anal sex, you’re not the first or the last one to do so. Both men and women the world over enjoy anal play because it can be very pleasurable when done correctly. Although that’s a fact and I can find you easily a dozen women in the next 10 minutes who agree, anal sex has yet to really be embraced by the sexual mainstream. It’s on its way there, but it’s still inching along very slowly.

As is the case with vaginal sex, there are benefits to anal sex, too. The orgasm factor alone is great for you, but there are things that make anal sex something worth practicing or, at the very least, trying.

3. It’s Taboo

Although anal sex isn’t as shocking as it used to be, there’s still a bit of a stigma attached to it. Women are made to think that it hurts, that it’s dirty, and that you can’t do it without there being a shitty situation – pun! But the truth is none of this is accurate. However, as long as these myths are in circulation and people steer clear of the anal love, it will remain taboo. And it’s super hot to do something that you’ve been told is "naughty" – I mean, that’s why I tried anal sex in the first place.

4. There’s No Risk Of Pregnancy

One of the more obvious benefits to anal sex is that there is no chance you’ll get pregnant, like none at all. Unless, your uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes are in your anal cavity, which, I highly doubt they are. While that’s definitely a perk, you can still get STDs through unprotected anal sex. If you’re not in a committed monogamous relationship, I wouldn’t suggest having anal, or any other sex, without a condom.

5. It’s Another Option

Vaginal sex feels great, but sometimes we want other options. Engaging in anal gives our partner and ourselves another hole in which to indulge, leading to another type of stimulation. Oral and vaginal sex are wonderful, but with the right lube, anal can be be just as satisfying. And considering you have a higher chance of having an orgasm from anal sex than vaginal or oral, it’s option worth exploring.